A good night’s sleep has always been seen as vital for keeping people focused and well. But with the ever-increasing pressures of modern life and the introduction of digital distractions to our daily routines, it is important that young people understand the impact of good quality sleep on both their personal and academic lives, and that they are given the tools to build healthy habits for life.
Students aged between 10 and 16 need between nine to nine-and-three-quarters hours of sleep per night (NHS, 2017). Those who get the required amount of sleep benefit from improved memory, increased focus, reduced stress and higher energy levels.
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